Ocimum Sanctum (Tulsi)

Ocimum sanctum, popularly known as holy basil, is arguably one of the most important plants in India. It is of both religious and medicinal value and is found to grow well in moist soil. Pharmacological studies have shown that the plant possesses antifertility, anticancer, antidiabetic, antifungal, antimicrobial, hepatoprotective, cardioprotective, antiemetic, antispasmodic, analgesic, adaptogenic, diaphoretic, antimalarial, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic properties.